Media in Pakistan

Welcome to Media in Pakistan, your dedicated source for the latest stories about the Pakistani media landscape. Discover news about journalist movements, press freedom, attacks on media professionals, and developments within news organizations. Stay updated on the dynamic world of Pakistani journalism and get timely insights into the industry.

Gharidah leaves Aaj, joins GNN

Gharidah leaves Aaj, joins GNN

 Published 7 years ago:  Gharidah Farooqi has left Aaj News to join the newly launched GNN Television, marking her transition with a positive message.

Saadia Afzaal to host program Public Pulse

Saadia Afzaal to host program Public Pulse

 Published 7 years ago:  Saadia Afzaal will host the program Public Pulse on Public News, focusing on public issues every Friday to Sunday at 8:00 pm.

Pakistan Energy Sector - A monumental challenge for PTI government

Pakistan Energy Sector - A monumental challenge for PTI government

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan's energy sector presents significant governance and economic challenges for the PTI government, impacting fiscal stability and growth.

Indian journalist faces criminal charges over Facebook posts

Indian journalist faces criminal charges over Facebook posts

 Published 7 years ago:  Indian journalist Kishorchandra Wangkhem was arrested for inciting public mischief through Facebook posts, prompting widespread condemnation.

Pakistani environmental journalist Amar Guriro chosen for EJN Fellowship

Pakistani environmental journalist Amar Guriro chosen for EJN Fellowship

 Published 7 years ago:  Amar Guriro, a leading environmental journalist from Pakistan, has been awarded the EJN Fellowship for international climate coverage.

Taliban burn down radio and TV station in Afghanistan

Taliban burn down radio and TV station in Afghanistan

 Published 7 years ago:  The Taliban's attack on Ghazni province led to the destruction of a media station and the death of a technician amid rising violence against journalists.

Hamid Mir's decision to quit Geo perturbs colleague

Hamid Mir's decision to quit Geo perturbs colleague

 Published 7 years ago:  Hamid Mir's departure from Geo TV to GNN has sparked reactions among colleagues, including Azaz Syed's concerns over consulting Asif Ali Zardari.

Family of slain Maltese journalist demands a public inquiry

Family of slain Maltese journalist demands a public inquiry

 Published 7 years ago:  The family of slain journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia demands a public inquiry into her death, citing government failures in the investigation.

Saadia Afzaal leaves 92 News, signs up with Public News

Saadia Afzaal leaves 92 News, signs up with Public News

 Published 7 years ago:  Saadia Afzaal leaves 92 News and joins Public News, where she will soon host her own show following a successful career in journalism.

'Failed' Geo heavyweight analysts owe an apology to viewers, says Shaheen Sehbai

'Failed' Geo heavyweight analysts owe an apology to viewers, says Shaheen Sehbai

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai criticizes Geo News analysts for their failed predictions and calls for them to apologize to their viewers.

Wife of jailed Reuters journalist in Myanmar gives birth

Wife of jailed Reuters journalist in Myanmar gives birth

 Published 7 years ago:  The wife of jailed Reuters journalist Wa Lone gives birth to a daughter amid his ongoing imprisonment in Myanmar for alleged press violations.

Kashif Abbasi waits for an offer to jump ship?

Kashif Abbasi waits for an offer to jump ship?

 Published 7 years ago:  Kashif Abbasi humorously awaits offers to switch channels as two rival presenters resign, amid speculation about his future at ARY News.

Nadeem Malik quits Samaa

Nadeem Malik quits Samaa

 Published 7 years ago:  Nadeem Malik has officially announced his resignation from Samaa Television, stirring speculation about his next career move.

Nepal journalists physically attacked

Nepal journalists physically attacked

 Published 7 years ago:  Two incidents of physical attacks on journalists in Nepal raise serious safety concerns, prompting calls for immediate action against the culprits.

Sohail Warraich likely to join GNN

Sohail Warraich likely to join GNN

 Published 7 years ago:  Senior journalist Sohail Warraich is set to join GNN Television after leaving Geo News, marking a significant shift in the media landscape.

Najam Sethi could soon return to television

Najam Sethi could soon return to television

 Published 7 years ago:  Najam Sethi may return to television as an analyst for the upcoming GNN Television, following changes in Pakistan's political landscape.

Hamid Mir joins GNN Television

Hamid Mir joins GNN Television

 Published 7 years ago:  Hamid Mir has joined GNN Television as president, transitioning from his role at Geo News as a prominent journalist and host.

Economic performance of PML-N government (2013-2018)

Economic performance of PML-N government (2013-2018)

 Published 7 years ago:  The economic performance of the PML-N government from 2013 to 2018 reveals critical deficits and mismanagement impacting Pakistan's economy.

Belarus police raid independent media offices, detain journalists

Belarus police raid independent media offices, detain journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  Belarusian police have detained at least 17 journalists during raids on independent media offices, prompting calls for their immediate release.

IFJ, SAMSN demand release of photojournalist Shahidul Alam in Bangladesh

IFJ, SAMSN demand release of photojournalist Shahidul Alam in Bangladesh

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ and SAMSN demand the immediate release of photojournalist Shahidul Alam in Bangladesh following his arrest amid media crackdowns.

PEMRA directive to TV channels on fundraising for dams

PEMRA directive to TV channels on fundraising for dams

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued directives for TV channels to support the Supreme Court's fundraising campaign for dam construction through scheduled telethons.

Zarrar Khuhro debunks tweet

Zarrar Khuhro debunks tweet

 Published 7 years ago:  Zarrar Khuhro refutes a misleading tweet about protests, clearly pointing out its connection to a funeral, not a political demonstration.

Humanitarian reporting workshop for journalists concludes at CEJ

Humanitarian reporting workshop for journalists concludes at CEJ

 Published 7 years ago:  A two-day workshop on humanitarian reporting for journalists concluded at CEJ, focusing on ethical coverage of crises and the role of the media.

Imtiaz Alam's anti-Imran tweet draws angry responses

Imtiaz Alam's anti-Imran tweet draws angry responses

 Published 7 years ago:  Imtiaz Alam's critical tweet about Imran Khan ignites furious reactions, revealing tensions among political commentators and supporters.

Photojournalist arrested in Bangladesh

Photojournalist arrested in Bangladesh

 Published 7 years ago:  Veteran photojournalist Shahidul Alam arrested in Dhaka amid ongoing student protests, sparking condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists.

IFJ condemns firing incident at Express News anchor Imran Khan's house

IFJ condemns firing incident at Express News anchor Imran Khan's house

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the recent firing incident at Express News anchor Imran Khan's house and calls for urgent action to ensure journalist safety.

Activist Jibran Nasir bats for Dawn

Activist Jibran Nasir bats for Dawn

 Published 7 years ago:  Activist Jibran Nasir raises concerns over distribution issues of Dawn and Jang newspapers in Lahore, calling for public awareness and action.

Daily Times appoints Amar Guriro as Karachi bureau chief

Daily Times appoints Amar Guriro as Karachi bureau chief

 Published 7 years ago:  Amar Guriro has been appointed as the new Karachi bureau chief for Daily Times, bringing extensive experience in environmental journalism.